Written by Karan Sharma August 29, 2025
India faces a hidden epidemic as adult content addiction rapidly grows, mirroring issues like alcohol and smoking dependence.
A vast number of Indian teens are exposed to adult content before turning 18, fueled by cheap internet and smartphone accessibility.
44% of India’s adult content consumers are between 18-24 years old, highlighting a worrying trend among young adults.
Nearly 30% of Indian women consume adult content, breaking stereotypes about gender and consumption patterns.
The 25-34 age group leads with 35%, followed by 24% in the 18-24 bracket, showing widespread acceptance across ages.
At just 29 years, India’s average adult content viewer is younger than in any other country.
India stands third worldwide in adult content consumption, trailing only the US and UK.
Easy access via affordable data and devices is exposing minors, raising concerns about mental health and development.
Adult content is becoming mainstream in digital India, with societal acceptance growing despite legal and ethical debates.
These stats underscore the need for digital literacy, parental guidance, and policy interventions to protect youth.